S3 Solutions. (2023) Multidisciplinary team for homeless families: feasibility study. Dublin: Focus Ireland.
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The current approach to homelessness does not adequately address the needs of the 10–20% of homeless families who have complex support needs. This reduces the chance of them making a sustained exit from homelessness and exacerbates their existing needs. There is a strong consensus among professionals in health, homelessness, and family services that a multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach would deliver better outcomes. This report draws from the experiences of homeless families, reviews international and Irish experience of establishing such teams, and presents a consensus on the disciplines that should be part of such teams. Taking into account the constraints and challenges facing all public services at this time, it proposes a practical model for Focus Ireland, in partnership with Government agencies and other NGOs, to pilot a MDT to support homeless families with complex needs.
MA-ML Social science, culture and community > Social condition > Homelessness > Homeless services
MP-MR Policy, planning, economics, work and social services > Social services
MP-MR Policy, planning, economics, work and social services > Social services > Services for family and children
T Demographic characteristics > Substance or health care worker / provider
T Demographic characteristics > Social worker
T Demographic characteristics > Homeless person
VA Geographic area > Europe > Ireland
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